Hands-on powerboat training with patient, expert instructors on Scotland's Forth Estuary.
Edinburgh Marine Academy in Port Edgar Marina, Queensferry, offers hands-on powerboat training from RYA Powerboat Level 2 to the Short Range Certificate and advanced courses. The program features patient, knowledgeable instructors and well-maintained boats, with much of the time spent on the water amid scenic bridges and wildlife, helping cadets build confidence and seamanship.
Port Edgar Marina, Shore Rd, Queensferry, South Queensferry EH30 9SQ, UK
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Two-day hands-on training covering boat handling, safety, and navigation for beginners.
Advanced courses for day and night passages, building confidence and seafaring skills.
Certification for marine radio use, essential for safe communication on the water.
In-depth instruction for experienced boaters focusing on complex maneuvers and conditions.
Tailored one-on-one sessions with expert instructors for personalized learning.
Overall rating
Samantha Gordon
Absolutely loved doing my qualification with EMA this weekend! Instructors are so patient and friendly, we were out on fantastic boats and had a really great time. Such scenic routes around the iconic bridges and saw amazing wildlife too! I feel so much more confident knowing my way around the boat now and can be put to good use! Thanks EMA, would highly recommend
Alex Steven
Great experience completing both Powerboat Level 2 and Short Range Certificate through Edinburgh Marine Academy. Excellent instructors and equipment for both courses, highly recommend.
Ross Whitehead
I did my RYA powerboat level 2 in March 2024 with EMA and can highly recommend. The instructor Fergus is extremely knowledgeable and patient with those learning power boating for the first time giving tonnes of individual feedback. The course itself covers a lot in a short amount of time, with most of the two days being on the water.
John
Excellent tuition, very skilled and knowledgeable. Attended 2 day power boat course. Enjoyable and set at a level to not only train but also allow you to gain confidence in your own abilities, Alex (trainer) was exceptional and very knowledgeable of the Edgar marina and forth estuary. Would highly recommend.
Johnny McCallum
I did my advanced power boat with Edinburgh Marine academy and am in the process of completing my coastal skipper ticket also. I absolutely loved it. Such an amazing setting to do both day and night passages, the boats are all top standard and immaculately kept. The instructors are helpful, knowledgeable and offer an amazing service to anyone wanting to get into seafaring. 10/10, cannot fault them at all.